Synonyms

lacking

American

[lak-ing] / ˈlæk ɪŋ /

preposition

being without; not having; wanting; less.

Lacking equipment, the laboratory couldn't undertake the research project.

adjective

wanting; deficient.

He was found lacking in stamina.

Etymology

Origin of lacking

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; lack + -ing ²

Example Sentences

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In Luria’s opinion, AMD is “meaningfully lacking outside their core hardware capabilities.”

From MarketWatch

The researchers then examined what happened when mice lacking ALOX15 were given fish oil.

From Science Daily

Selling startup shares early was long viewed as taboo and a sign of lacking long-term commitment.

From The Wall Street Journal

Not really, but even lacking that, the series fails its obligation to entertain.

From Salon

"Now, there are some good ones, but the majority are still lacking structure, the tannins, the balanced acidity, the complexity," he added.

From Barron's

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